1987 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Rover Vitesse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 312 kg more than 1987 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |