1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 7 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 425 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | 626 | 604 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |