1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 21 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405, 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 818 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
