1996 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1996 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, 2002 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2002 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 75 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |