1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |