1981 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 438 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |