2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda S2000 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 2003 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
