1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
