1986 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |