1985 Audi 200 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 415 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 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
