1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 8 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 168 kg more than 1976 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 818 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
