1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 11 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 118 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.
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, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 818 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
