1981 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 29 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
