1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 623 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 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626. 2013 Infiniti FX 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Mazda 626 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Mazda Infiniti
Model 626 FX
Year Released 1987 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 146 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2885 mm