1992 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 17 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. Both 1992 Honda Civic and 2009 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 105 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
