2005 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Midge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
