1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 878 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 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 818 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 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 |
