2000 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
