1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
