1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 818 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
