1989 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Tribute |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 262 Nm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |