1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
