1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
