1977 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |