1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 668 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 616 | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |