1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 882 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Mazda 626 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model 626 E
Year Released 1978 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 4266 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 79 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 2052 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2720 mm


 

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