1996 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1991 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |