2007 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 323 (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1995 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
