1979 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 32 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
