2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
