1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 10 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 818 | L |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
