1985 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Rover 414i
To start off, 1997 Rover 414i is newer by 12 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Rover 414i. (103 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 414i weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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, 1997 Rover 414i (167 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm). This means 1997 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1997 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 414i |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
