2008 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 149 kg more than 1996 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 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 626 |
Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |