2005 Honda Logo vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo is newer by 29 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, 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, 2005 Honda Logo (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Logo | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
