1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1996 Mazda 626, 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 818 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 818 | 626 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |