1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 615 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2741 mm |
