2008 Honda Accord vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1951 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1951 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |