1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 690 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.
Because 1977 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 818 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
