2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | P5B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
