1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE 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 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | SE |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |