2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | FR-V | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
