1976 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
