1986 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 16 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 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 325 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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
