2002 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2002 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
