1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 37 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman 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.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 818 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2416 mm |
