1976 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
