1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 506 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 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
