Mazda 626 1988 1.8
Mazda 626 1988 1.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mazda 626 1988 1.8 has been produced from March, 1988 to June, 1992. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5400 rpm and torque 141 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mazda 626 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.9 litres.
Mazda 626 1988 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 626 1988 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 172 km/h.
Mazda 626 1988 1.8 fuel consumption is 8.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.4 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mazda is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mazda 626 fuel consumption.

Mazda 626 1988 1.8 technical data
Model: | Mazda 626 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1988. March ... 1992. June | ||
Engine: | 1789 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 90 HP ON 5400 RPM | Torque: | 141 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 172 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km (26.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.59m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1000 kg |
Mazda 626 1988 1.8 engine F8-E SOHC
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1789 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 77 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.1 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mazda 626 1988 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.9 litres (4.1 quarts) |
Power | 90 - 100 HP ON 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 - 145 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1982 |
Duration of production | 23 years |
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All Mazda 626 estate car [1988 - 1992] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda 626 1988 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 626 1990 2.0i Wagon Mar 1990 — Jun 1992 | 2.0 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 626 1988 2.0-12V Wagon Mar 1988 — Mar 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 109 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 626 1988 2.0-12V Wagon
Mar 1988 — Mar 1990 Only version with automatic transmission |
2.0 Petrol | 109 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mazda 626 1988 2.0 D Wagon | 2.0 Diesel | 61 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 626 1990 2.2i Wagon
Mar 1990 — Jun 1992 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds |
2.2 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |