1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 818 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 818 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, 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, 1971 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 818 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
