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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 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. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 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 | 2354 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |