2008 Acura TSX vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1994 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 TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TSX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
