1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
