1992 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 34 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
