1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 16 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 745 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 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
