1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 289 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 626 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
