1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 818 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |
