1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 177 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | 818 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
