1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 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. Both 1987 Mazda 626 and 2007 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
