1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 16 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 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Carol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
