1978 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Mazda 2 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |