1994 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 250 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
