2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 401 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
