1981 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |