1985 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1995 Rover 800 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 800 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |