2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 501 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
