1981 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 626 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |