1995 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 453 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
