1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1974 Mazda 818 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-4 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
