1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 433 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Torino | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
