1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626, 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | 626 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
