1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 545 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 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
