1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra, 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, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 1000 | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
