2008 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 416 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
