2002 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Rover 600. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1996 Rover 600 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |