1987 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2004 Rover Streetwise is newer by 17 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, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
