1985 Toyota Model F vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626.
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, 1978 Mazda 626 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Model F | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Model F | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
