1990 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
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 | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |