1985 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 13 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 275 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |