1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Chante | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Chante | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2741 mm |