1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Cosmo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2204 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
