1986 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 576 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Sigma |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |