1988 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Levante |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |