2004 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Rover 200.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1999 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |