1983 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 725 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 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
