1995 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
