1989 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 591 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2200 mm |
