2006 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 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 |
