2007 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 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 | 1075 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 |