1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 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 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 626 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
