1989 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |