1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
