1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1209 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 818 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3378 mm |
