1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 33 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1739 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 818 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3302 mm |
