1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 142 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 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 818 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
