2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1963 Rover P6

To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.

Because 1963 Rover P6 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 1963 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Honda CR-V 1963 Rover P6
Make Honda Rover
Model CR-V P6
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1978 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 166 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 54 L