1968 Honda S800 vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S800 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 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S800 | 626 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |