1979 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |