1996 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 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 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 818 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |