1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 232 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.
Because 1978 Mazda 626 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 626. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
