1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 240 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
