1980 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Protege (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 855 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Protege |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
