1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 884 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Element |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2576 mm |
