1986 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 492 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 626 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
