1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 33 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 682 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.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 818 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
