1985 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 53 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
