2008 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
