1972 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8

To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic.

Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Honda Civic 2007 Mazda RX-8
Make Honda Mazda
Model Civic RX-8
Year Released 1972 2007
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1169 cc 1308 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 64 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2710 mm


 

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