1992 Rover 100 1.4 D vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 346 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 100 1.4 D | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1216 kg |
