2005 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 172 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1981 Mazda Cosmo 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 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |