2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
