1989 Honda Integra vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
