1979 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Protege (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 990 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Protege |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
