1989 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Because 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (198 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
