1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 30 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 686 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 818 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
