1999 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 626 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |