1987 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Space Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
