1990 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Civic | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 439 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |