1977 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |