1993 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Rover 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
