1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 365 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 1978 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | A |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |