1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 23 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626. 2010 Nissan Titan 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. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
