1989 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 14 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 18 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
