1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mazda | Maserati |
Model | 626 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2299 mm |