2006 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
