1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 626 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |