1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 306 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Luce | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |