1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 15 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR V8 S weights approximately 172 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 818 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2290 mm |
