1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 100 (180 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
