1992 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
