1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 1973 Mazda 818 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 818 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3930 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2320 mm |
