1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 626 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
