1977 Mazda 818 vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1977 Mazda 818 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 TVR Vixen (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen.
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, 1970 TVR Vixen (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 818 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2290 mm |
