1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 556 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 818 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
