2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
