1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 7 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1105 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Lagonda | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
