1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1581 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 818 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 818 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2790 mm |