2006 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 890 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
