1978 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 17 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
