2007 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | MPV |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |