1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 244 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 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | 818 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
