2004 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
