1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 32 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 505 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 818 | CC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2708 mm |
