1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 856 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
