1995 Honda Today vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 19 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Today | 818 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
