1980 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 739 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
