2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Premacy | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
