1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1033 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3270 mm |
