1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 5 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
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 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 626 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
