1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1830 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 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 818 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3505 mm |
