2001 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Pajero |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |