2005 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 31 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
