2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 14 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
