1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 24 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 626 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
