1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 705 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 818 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 818 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |