1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 18 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 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 783 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 818 | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
