1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 1973 Mazda 818 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 818 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
