1999 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mitsubishi SUW
To start off, both 1999 Honda Civic and 1999 Mitsubishi SUW were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi SUW (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi SUW should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi SUW weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi SUW (240 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi SUW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 1999 Mitsubishi SUW 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. 1999 Mitsubishi SUW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1999 Mitsubishi SUW | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | SUW |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1099 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1905 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |