1994 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 685 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Challenger |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |