1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 25 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2613 mm |
