1997 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 150 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 626 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |