1989 Rover Montego vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 376 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Montego | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | Montego | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |