1984 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |