1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1993 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 323. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1993 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Step Wagon | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
