1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 25 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |