1985 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 16 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 122 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 325 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
