1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2008 Nissan Armada 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. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
