2007 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 626 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |