1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 458 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 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 818 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
