2006 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 323 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |