1978 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 132 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 126 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 400 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
