1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1111 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 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2013 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2994 mm |
