1986 Honda Accord vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord.
Because 1950 Rover P4 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 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1950 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |