2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Lantis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
