2007 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 147 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
