1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 28 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 28 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 818 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |
