1977 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 57 L |
