1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |