1994 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 445 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Lancer |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |