1974 Mazda 818 vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 515 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 818 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
