1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1975 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1975 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1975 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 626 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1852 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
