1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 818 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |