1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 30 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 478 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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2840 mm |
