1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1974 Mazda 818 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 697 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Chevelle | 818 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
