2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 2 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
