1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude.
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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 626 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |