2009 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 413 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
