2009 Honda Accord vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 592 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |