1993 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 16 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 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
