1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 442 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
