2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 29 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 572 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Crossfire | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
