1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 623 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1976 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1976 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 818 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | C |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |