1978 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
