2004 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 323 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |