1992 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 402 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
