1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 18 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 468 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 818 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
