2003 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 236 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 626 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |