1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 606 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 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 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 818 | Element |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2576 mm |
