2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 27 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 285 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 1978 Mazda 626 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 626. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Transit Connect | 626 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |