1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818.
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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 818 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 818 | Titan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3560 mm |