2009 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 389 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Familia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |