1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 345 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | B |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
