1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
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 Avenger (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | 818 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
