1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 37 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 638 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 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 818 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
