1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 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 Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Concerto | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
