1998 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
