1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
