1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1187 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
