1972 Mazda 110 S vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S 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 58 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 666 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 110 S | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 110 S | Element |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2576 mm |
