1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 535 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 626 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
