2006 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
