2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Econovan | 818 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
