2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 329 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
