2005 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1994 Rover 600 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |