2005 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 711 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Accord 1970 Mazda Familia
Make Honda Mazda
Model Accord Familia
Year Released 2005 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 81 Nm
Vehicle Weight 1501 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2200 mm


 

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