1987 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 15 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 285 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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
