1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 626 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 626. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 626 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
