1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2002 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade is newer by 26 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Crossblade (70 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Crossblade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
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, 2002 MCC Crossblade (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Crossblade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2002 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 818 | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1810 mm |
