2005 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1974 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | NSX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
