1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
