2001 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 2001 Honda Civic and 1987 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 626 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |