1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 60 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
