1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (183 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Concerto | 323 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |