2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Explorer | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |