2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 964 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | CR-V | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |