1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 834 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 818 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
