2005 Mazda AZ vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 27 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda AZ (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | AZ | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
