1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
