2003 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
