2006 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
