1987 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 323 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |