1991 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
