1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | L 200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |