1985 Honda Accord vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower is newer by 19 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2004 MG XPower is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MG XPower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | XPower |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
