1996 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |