1988 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Drifter |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2499 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1590 kg |