1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
