1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1977 Volvo 265 is newer by 5 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 520 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.
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, 1977 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 818 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
