1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 98 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 818 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
