1993 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
