1996 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 190 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio. 1999 Mazda Demio has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Demio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Demio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
