1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 818 | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 818 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |