1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, 1987 Renault Espace is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 170 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 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, 1987 Renault Espace, 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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1987 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 818 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
