1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 818 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 818 | Spider |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2350 mm |