2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
