1978 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 14 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 190 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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1992 Rover 216 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 216 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |