1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 939 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 818 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 818 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3030 mm |