2006 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 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 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
