1977 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Luce |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |