2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Sigma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |