1989 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |