1986 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 12 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), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 650 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.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| 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 | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
