2003 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
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, 1995 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |