1988 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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 Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 818 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
