1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1365 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 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | 626 | LS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3091 mm |
