1991 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 45 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
