2004 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
