2008 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 149 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
