2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 110 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S-MX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
