1986 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1174 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mazda 626 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | ML |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2913 mm |