1995 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |