2000 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
