1991 Honda Integra vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Integra | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
