1979 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 153 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.
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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |