2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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 Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |