1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
