2005 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
