1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 871 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 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |