1998 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 1,999 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
