1977 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Civic | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |