1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 266 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
