1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 503 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 818 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2775 mm |
