2008 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia 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 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. 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 (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Familia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 987 cc |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2200 mm |