1974 Toyota Publica vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Publica | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1768 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
