1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda 626 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 626 | Antara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |