1992 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 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 B2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2990 mm |
