1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
