1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
