2010 Toyota Tundra vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 689 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Tundra | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Tundra | 626 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2520 mm |