1993 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1993 Honda Accord and 2003 Rover Streetwise are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Rover Streetwise. 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, 2003 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
