2004 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 616 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |