1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 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 Mercedes-Benz S (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
