1978 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 1984 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 852 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 |