1990 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 58 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Demio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
