2006 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
