1986 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 23 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
