1995 Honda Today vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 778 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Today | 6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |