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 31 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 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 690 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
