1973 Mazda 818 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 17 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 729 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 818 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2790 mm |
