1999 Ford Tracer vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 626 (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tracer | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
