2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 79 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626.
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 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cee'd | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
