1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 222 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 1000 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 1000 | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |