1983 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 935 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | MPV |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |