1989 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 44 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. 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 (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
