2002 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
