2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Laputa 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 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 443 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa. 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Laputa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |