1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1905 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 910 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 1974 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1974 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 818 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2919 mm |
