2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda RX-4 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 1974 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
