1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 492 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 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 818 | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
