2008 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
