1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 618 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
