2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 144 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | HR-V | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
