1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 555 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 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 626 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
