2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
