1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 40 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 818 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
