1985 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 20 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 432 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
