1988 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
