1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 818 | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 818 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 7444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3110 mm |