2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
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 Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Verada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |