1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 34 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 433 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | B |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
