1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 410 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
