1998 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 192 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323.
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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
