1987 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 75 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |