1987 Audi 90 vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1987 Audi 90 and 1987 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Audi 90. 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, 1987 Audi 90 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 90 | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | 90 | 626 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |