2006 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 278 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1990 Mazda RX-7 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 1990 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
