1969 Honda S800 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S800 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
