2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
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 RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
