1995 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 438 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
