1997 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |