1969 AMC AMX vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 407 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | AMX | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
