2006 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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 1998 Rover 75. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
