2007 Acura RDX vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RDX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
