1983 Ford GT vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 818 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
