2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1015 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | 626 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |