1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (133 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | 2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
