1994 Honda Today vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (257 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Today | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
