1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 422 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
