1994 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 159 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
