2000 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |