2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
