1993 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 364 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
