1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 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 2,604 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 828 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (425 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 818 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |