2008 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover Mini 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 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1992 Rover Mini has manual transmission. 1992 Rover Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | Mini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
