1998 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 323 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Mazda 323.
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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |