2008 Acura RDX vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 13 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 240 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RDX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
