2002 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 570 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
