1980 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
