2000 Honda Avancier vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier 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, 2000 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Avancier | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2251 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
