2005 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 718 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
