2006 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1110 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 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
