1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. Both 1975 Ferrari 208 and 1994 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
