1977 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 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 14 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
