1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 1 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 243 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 1610 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
