1977 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1220 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 |
