1995 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 428 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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 818 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
