1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 850 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | 818 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
