1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 930 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
