2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 598 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 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | GranSport | 626 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |