1989 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |