1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 17 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 280 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 818 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2880 mm |
