1994 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |