2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 141 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | HR-V | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
