1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 161 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 Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 626 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
