2000 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 424 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
