1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 219 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 3-Litre | 626 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |