1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 29 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2001 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
