1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 26 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2757 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | 818 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2870 mm |
