1994 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord 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 60 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
