1977 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Familia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
