1985 Mazda 626 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 626 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | 190 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |