1987 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
