2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 23 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 320 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 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | 818 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
