1994 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Accord 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Honda Mazda
Model Accord Familia
Year Released 1994 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 149 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 134 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm


 

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