2003 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 1999 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 323 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |