2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B3000 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
