1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Cosmo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
