1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 254 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Premacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |