1989 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 23 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |