1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 626 (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 263 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626.
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, 1986 Mazda 626 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
