1995 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |