2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
