1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
