1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Mazda 626

To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Mazda 626 1994 Mazda 626
Make Mazda Mazda
Model 626 626
Year Released 1978 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1768 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1212 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2620 mm


 

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