1996 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
