1978 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |