1970 Porsche 908 vs. 1980 Mazda 626
To start off, 1980 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 908. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 908 would be higher. At 2,195 cc, 1970 Porsche 908 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 626 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1970 Porsche 908.
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. 1980 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 908 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 908 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Porsche 908 | 1980 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Porsche | Mazda |
Model | 908 | 626 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1045 kg |