1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 16 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 626 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
