1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
