1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 23 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 223 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 626 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | B |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
