2000 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Rover 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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 (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |