2006 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 243 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1994 Rover 600 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |