1983 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1983 Honda Accord and 2004 Mazda 2 are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 828 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1788 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 |
