2008 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
