1996 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Magna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |