1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 14 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Terrano (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 755 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 1992 Nissan Terrano 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, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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, 1992 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
