1977 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 720 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
