1962 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
