1979 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (106 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (157 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
