2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 92 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
