1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 314 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
