1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 732 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 B4000 (310 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
