1996 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 417 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
