2008 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 504 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 323 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |