1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 946 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 818 | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 818 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2789 mm |