1998 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |