2002 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 616 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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
