1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 24 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 626 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
