1992 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |