1976 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 238 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |