1979 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 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 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1992 Rover 620i | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 620i |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |