1989 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 2007 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. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| 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 | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
