1978 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 565 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
