2009 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 411 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Midge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
