1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 470 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 818 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
