2006 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
