1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 214 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Honda Accord
Make Mazda Honda
Model Luce Accord
Year Released 1972 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2620 cc 2400 cc
Horse Power 106 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1469 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2741 mm


 

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