2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 33 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2008 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | YRV | 818 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
