1983 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Space Runner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
