2004 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 399 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
