1999 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Magna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
