1973 Mazda 818 vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda Favorit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Favorit weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit, 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, 1989 Skoda Favorit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Favorit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 818 | Favorit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
