1986 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 21 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
