1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1995 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
