2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
