1989 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 10 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Rover 200. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1999 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 200 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
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 | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |