2006 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 785 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
