1986 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 848 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 626 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | CL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
