1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 200 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 1988 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | S |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |