1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |