1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 818 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
