1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel GT (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818.
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, 1971 Opel GT (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 818 | GT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
