1989 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 626 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |