1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 895 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | 818 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
