2002 Honda Acty vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Acty | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
