1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 36 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1430 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 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3550 mm |
