1991 Rover 100 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 346 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1216 kg |
