1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK VIII | 626 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
