2001 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
