2008 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
