1981 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
