1992 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 626 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 626. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 626 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |