2002 Honda That vs. 1994 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,845 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Honda That. 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, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1994 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | That | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
