1998 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |