1982 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
