2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1824 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
