1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 15 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), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 585 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.
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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
