1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 804 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
