2010 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1200 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2520 mm |
