2004 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 239 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 323 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |