2009 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
