1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda MX-6 | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
