1989 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Honda Accord and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |