1993 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 187 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rover 200 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 200 | Civic |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |