1986 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |