1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 710 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 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2874 mm |
