1998 Honda Passport vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626.
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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1988 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1988 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Passport | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
