1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 205 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
