1997 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 483 kg more than 1997 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 400 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2725 mm |