2009 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |