1986 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
