2004 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 626 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |