1986 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
