2008 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 175 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 416 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 |