1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 601 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 Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2011 Subaru Legacy 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. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 626 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
