1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 554 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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 CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 818 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2619 mm |
