1992 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |