2008 Honda Stream vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Because 1984 Rover Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Rover Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Stream | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
