2002 Acura EL vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura EL weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | EL | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
