1971 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda 818 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 818 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3120 mm |