1996 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |