2005 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 243 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
