1977 Mazda 818 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1989 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
