2007 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 50.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |