1990 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Accord | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
