2007 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 706 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
