1986 Honda Integra vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Integra | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
