2004 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 620i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 620i would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 620i |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
