1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 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 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 298 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
