1999 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
