2008 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 966 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Chante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |