1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 412 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
