2009 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
