2010 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2370 mm |
