1991 Honda CRX vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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 (172 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
