1976 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Audi 100 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
