2007 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 616 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.

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 Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Civic Magna
Year Released 2007 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm


 

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