2007 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
