1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 818 | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 476 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |