1979 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 185 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, 1998 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 200 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |