1998 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mazda SPEED3
To start off, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is newer by 15 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (259 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda SPEED3 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2013 Mazda SPEED3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | SPEED3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 259 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |