1998 Honda Today vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Today | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
