1988 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 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 1968 Mazda R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
