1992 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 7 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, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Rover 400. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1999 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |