1994 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
