2009 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1984 Rover 3500 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 1984 Rover 3500. 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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
