2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 488 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
