1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 22 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1280 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 626 | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3360 mm |