1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 27 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 540 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | Mazda | MG |
Model | 818 | XPower |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |