2008 Honda Stream vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | 818 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
