1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 20 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Euro 1 | 818 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |