1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 (180 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 (258 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
