1989 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 759 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 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
