2007 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
