1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
