1976 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
