1994 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1994 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
