1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 34 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 578 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
