1997 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 818 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
