1993 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 265 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, 1993 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mustang | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
