2008 Lexus SC vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 756 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818. 2008 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1971 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1971 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus SC | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | 818 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
