1991 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
