1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 31 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 442 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3140 mm |
