1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 818 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2170 mm |
