1996 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
