1994 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Accord 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Honda Mazda
Model Accord MX-5 Miata
Year Released 1994 2002
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1240 mm


 

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