1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 827 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818. 2011 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | 818 | EX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2799 mm |