2010 Honda CR-V vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda CR-V | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | CR-V | P5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |