2003 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 929 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |