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 81 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 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 102 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 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 | 1339 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |