1996 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. Both 1996 Honda Civic and 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star are equipped with a 1,834 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 145 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, both vehicles can yield 174 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star 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. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
