1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 818 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818.
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, 1971 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
