1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 15 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 267 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
