1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 348 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626.
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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
